La Tapa Tapa Restaurant & Lounge
Now Open For Lunch!
Sunday: Brunch 11 - 3pm / Dinner 3pm - 10pm
Monday - Thursday: 12pm - 11pm
Friday & Saturday: 12pm - Close
Happy Hour: 2-7pm
1/2 Price Wine Bottles on Wednesday!
La Tapa Tapa Menu
TAPAS FRIAS / COLD TAPAS
TAPAS CALIENTES / HOT TAPAS
SOPAS / SOUPS
ENSALADAS / SALADS
CENAS / ENTREES
PAELLAS / FLAVORS OF SPAIN
Tapas Frias / Cold Tapas
Bistec Tartar Don Fernando
Aguacate De Mesa
Gambas Frescas
Alcachofas con Serrano
Atun Fresco
Plato De Queso
Tartar De Atun
Pulpa a la Vinagreta
Higos Con Queso Cabrales
Tortilla Espanola
Ensaladilla Verde
Pan Tomaca Con Jamón
Pinchos de Salmon
Salmon Ahumado
Manchego y Serranno
Sabrosada
Tostadas Con Ceviche
Ceviche / Salpicon Del Mar
Campechana
Peras Especiales
Lamb Carpacio
Surtido De Pescado
Ensalada De Cabra
Tapas Calientes / Hot Tapas
Pinchitos De Gambas
Chuleta De Cordero
Almejas a La Marinera
Caracoles al Ajillo
Almejas al Horno
Patata Con Chancho
Langostinos Pil Pil
Morcilla Frita Con Cebolla
Empanadilla De Carne
Cangrejo Ahumado
Gambas al Ajillo
Cordonices Con Higo Dulce
Ancas De Rana
Alubias Negras Con Platanos
Calamar Gallego
Ostras Empanisadas
Empanadilla De Pollo
Pan Vegetariano
Solomillo De Cerdo
Patatas Bravas
Caldereta De Cordero
Tortillitas De Cangrejo
Mollejas la Riojana
Langostinos Fritos
Albondigas Fritas
Bolsitas Piratas
Aguacate Del Mar
Tostones Con Chorizo
Croquetas De Patatas
Pato Con Peras
Espárragos Con Cangrejo
Pinchitos De Pollo
Tostaditas con Pato
Empanadilla De Chancho
Patatas Con Mostaza
Pinchos De Carne y Chorizo
Pato Al Curry
Chorizo y Huevos Cordoniz
Champinones Rellenos
Pinchitos De Morunos
Queso De Cabra Frito
Ropa Vieja
Queso De Cabra Montanes
Huevos De Cordoniz y Cangrejo
Camaron A La Diabla
Albondigas En Salsa Roja
Sopas / Soups
Sopa De Langosta
Gaspacho
Sopa De Alubias Negras
Sopa Picante De Tortuga
Ensalasas / Salads
Ensalada de Salmon
Ensalada Chino-Latino
Ensalada Gaucha
Ensalada De Tuna
Wedge Salad
Caesar Salad
Cenas / Entrees
New York Steak
Estofado De Conejo Riojana
El Gaucho
Langostinos Con Tallarin
Churrasco
Salmon
Fillete Angus
Zarzuela de Mariscos
Bone-in Ribeye
Salmón Relleno con Marisco
Ribeye
Pollo Dorado
Puerco Del Mar
Pollo a la Espanola
Puntas Cabrales
Mar y Tierra
Chuletas de Cordero
Pez De La Costa
Tuna con Cacahuate
Porkchop
Paellas / Flavors Of Spain
Vegetariana
Valencia
Carne
Marinera
Hearts of romaine lettuce tossed with our very own creamy Caesar dressing $8, Add chicken for $6
Fried jumbo prawns $10
Shredded beef in red wine $9
Bacon wrapped shrimp stuffed with jalapeno $11
Fried avocado topped with cheese and shrimp $13
Machego cheese & Serrano cured ham with toast $10
Red snapper and shrimp cooked in lime juice marinade $12
The Origin of Tapas
Several stories emerged regarding the origin of tapas, which are a part of the folklore:
It is told that King Alfonso X, el Sabio or "the Wise One," made sure taverns served wine accompanied by someting to eat, so the wine would not go straight to the clients' heads.
Another story claims while on a long trip, King Alfonso had stopped to rest in the town of Ventorillo del Chato in the province of Cádiz, & he ordered a glass of jerez or sherry. There was a gusty wind, so the inn keeper served him his glass of sherry covered by a slice of ham to prevent the sherry from getting dirty. King Alfonso apparently liked it, and when he asked for a second glass, he requested another tapa or "cover" just like the first.
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By Paul Galvani , Published on August 19, 2008 at 12:20pm
Fernando Gallegos is from Monterrey, Mexico, but his family is from Spain, and specifically from Galicia. After graduating from the Art Institute's culinary program, he formed his own restaurant consulting company and met his business partner, Randy Branch, who was running Phil's Place. A couple of months ago, they opened La Tapa Tapa Restaurant & Lounge (3202 Marina Bay Dr., suite J, Kemah, 281-334-7445). "We wanted something different from the heavily populated Mexican or fried seafood restaurants in the area, something that was healthier and had reasonable prices, where people could enjoy lots of small and different dishes," says Gallegos. "We've done no advertising yet, so everyone who has come in has done so because of word of mouth. People are really liking the experience and are telling all their friends."
Branch currently resides in Louisiana, but comes in every Thursday to ensure things are working the way he wants them to. "We're particularly pleased with the fact that we are seeing many families and large parties come in, and many of them are return customers. Ever since we banned smoking, we have attracted many new customers as well."
A recent Cafe Bites visit found a decor done in typical Spanish colors, red and black, and a remarkably authentic tapas menu larger than any other in Houston, with 30 or so cold tapas and close to 40 hot tapas, plus paella. The extensive menu features quite a few specialized items such as morcilla, or blood sausage, and mollejas, or sweetbreads.
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La Tapa Tapa Restaurant Review: Modern Latin Cuisine
July 23, 2009 by Michelle Devon
Spanish and Latin Cuisine in the Houston, Texas Area!
Tapa tapa is a Spanish phrase that literally translated means, "The cover covers." Tapa means 'cover'. La Tapa Tapa explains on their websites that the La Tapa Tapa Restaurant concept has a long history dating back to King Alfonso X, who declared that taverns should serve something to eat with wine, so the alcohol didn't go to the drinker's heads. There is also a story about the same king, in which he was served a glass of liquor covered with a piece of ham to prevent debris from a storm from blowing into his drink, and he liked it so much he asked for another drink with a tapa, or cover.
Regardless of the origin of the La Tapa Tapa restaurant concept, the concept is simple: appetizers, small samplings of different types of Latin and Spanish cuisine, served with a full bar from sangria to Spanish wine, and other spirited beverages.
La Tapa Tapa Location and Decor
When I first went to La Tapa Tapa, located in League City, Texas (but with a location in Kemah, Texas as well), I was impressed with the décor. Inside this small shopping strip was an even smaller hole in the wall restaurant, with a fancy entrance, proudly displaying a gorgeous rack of wine bottles. Upon entering the restaurant through the second door, red, black and gray swept up to meet my eyes. The décor was elegant and felt 'expensive'.
On the walls, Spanish paintings were hung, and cloth decorations adorned the ceiling, separating areas of the dining room. Along the far wall were tall-topped booths, and in the center aisles where cherry-looking wooden glazed tables, with black metal chairs. Atop the tables were wine glasses, black cloth napkins, and well-placed place settings.
La Tapa Tapa Menu and Drinks
When we were seated, the menus passed out, we each ordered a glass of house sangria. The prices on the menu seemed reasonable, with most tapas being between $5-8.00 each. Now, what's important to keep in mind is that the tapas on the menu are appetizers, not full meals, so while the prices do seem reasonable, you're not going to fill up on ordering just one of these tapas.
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NAME: Mary Anne, SUBMITTED: 9/3/2009 LAST VISIT WAS: 08/2009
MY REVIEW: My husband and I have lived in the south shore area for a while now, and somehow missed this place until the other night. A friend recommended it, and we decided to give it a try on a random Thursday evening for dinner.
First impression, this place has a beautiful ambiance! When we saw the white table cloths we were afraid we might be under dressed, but we were made to feel welcomed and fit right in. The up-beat music actually gives it a warm more relaxed feeling.
My husband and I love to try different wines, and we had an adorable little blonde haired waitress(I cant remember her name right now) who went over the wine list and made suggestions after we decided what we were in the mood for. Turns out, her suggestions were so well liked by my husband and I both, that we decided to go to S*pec's after leaving and try to find the wines by the bottle! GREAT wine selection here!
As for the food...I stuck to traditional tapas and followed the recommendations of our waitress since the menu is so extensive. The fried avocado with cheese and shrimp, and the shredded beef in red wine sauce was amazing! My husband actually let our waitress "surprise him" by picking out his entree. She chose a fillet that my husband claims was one of the best hes had in a long time, so he was very pleased. We finished with the Tres Leches which I am going to say is hands down the best in Houston, and we eat out ALOT since I dont do much cooking anymore :)
All together we spent about $100...each had a couple glasses of amazing wine, phenomenal food, and the service was timely and friendly. It was a great night and we will definitely be back for the live music and lounge nights!
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Cecil Shaw "Try A Little Tenderness"
Cecil Shaw "This I've got to see"
Jeremy Garcia
Jeremy Garcia(Guitar) - "Farruca"
Jeremy Garcia(Guitar);
Bulerias - Irma "La Paloma"
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EVENTS _ A GLANCE
Sunday- Come enjoy Clear Lake's only ICE BAR with Happy Hour all day!
Brunch from 11-3 with $5 Bottomless Mimosas
$5 Tapas at the Bar!
Monday- Ladies Night!
Martini and Wine Specials!
Paella for 2 and a pitcher of Sangria for $45
Happy Hour 2-7 and 9-11
Tuesday- Tasting Tuesday!
Wine Flight Specials
1/2 Price Wine Bottles for Groups of 6 or more!
Wednesday- Wine Down Wednesday!
1/2 Price Wine Bottles all night!
Thursday- Live Entertainment
1/2 Price Wine Bottles on the Patio!
Friday- Live Entertainment
Featured Food & Wine
Open til 2am
Happy Hour 2-7
Saturday- Live Entertainment
Happy Hour 12-5 with $5 tapas at the Bar!
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Lounge
Please join us throughout the week for our daily specials!
The Lounge at La Tapa Tapa is your exodus from ordinary. The Lounge concept is integrated with the restaurant to allow our guests to relax in style. Adorn with stylish decor and first-class service, The Lounge ensures total serenity.
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Client References & Testimonials
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La Tapa Tapa Restaurant & Lounge is proud to announce that we now provide full service catering and event production. We specialize in customizing every aspect of your special event, including menu design, rental needs, venue selection, lighting, and entertainment.
We provide catering options for over 70 hot and cold tapas, as well as delicious soups, salads, entrees, and desserts.
Catering is available for groups large and small!
Please contact our Catering Director at (281) 334-7445 to book your next event!
List of Clients:
Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP
Kieschnick & DuCote PLLC
BP Texas City
Celanese
Exxon Olefins
J&J Telecommunications
NASA
Olympus America Inc
HESS
Clear Creek Independent School District
Allstate Insurance Co
SGS Control Services
Suez Energy North America
Transocean
South Friendswood Dental
Villas at Edgewater
(to name a few)
Sample Event Menus
Creating a menu to fit your specific event needs is what sets La Tapa Tapa apart from the other caterers in Houston. We want to talk with you in detail so we can tailor a menu just for you. Here are some sample menus that have been created for past clients:
madrid
sevilla
barcelona
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3202 Marina Bay Dr. STE. M
Kemah, TX 77565
Catering Director: 281-334-7445
Fax: 281-334-9070
ADDRESS
La Tapa Tapa (Kemah)
Phone: 281-334-7445
Fax 281-334-9070
Project Manager
Fernando Gallegos
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General Manager
Joseph Neri
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Catering Director
Elizabeth Walker
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Sales
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Branch CPA
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